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Finalist named in super search Dougco’s McMinimee named in 3-2 vote

By Crystal Anderson A finished project. Eighteen students gather with PeaceJam coordinators and teachers around the greenhouse for a photo op. Courtesy Photos

Collaborating to be green Arvada PeaceJam clubs collaborate to elimnate waste and promote sustainability.

By Crystal Anderson

canderson@colorado communitymedia.com More than 20 elementary and high school students gathered at Foster Elementary School to build a greenhouse, with a message of collaboration and change.

On Saturday, May 10, PeaceJam students from both Arvada West High School and Foster Elementary worked together to build a six by eight foot tall greenhouse out of empty water bottles for Foster Elementary’s garden club.

“When we found the recipe for the greenhouse made out of plastic water bottles, that fit our budget, because you don’t have to buy the water bottles, you can just collect them,” said Brady Herron, a fifth-grade student at Foster Elementary.

Over the past four months, Arvada West PeaceJam and Sparkles students have been collecting the plastic bottles, emptying and cleaning them and delivering large trash bags, each with about 200 bottles, weekly to Foster’s PeaceJam club. At which point, Foster students have cut and removed the labels from each bottle, prepping them for construction.

“Originally, we just collected the water bottles to show the students how much waste we create each day and each week,” said Alexa Teuscher, an 11th-grade student at Arvada West. “It was a good usage for them (the bottles).”

The two PeaceJam clubs came together after realizing their separate service learning projects, eliminating plastic water bottles and vending machines, and building a sustainable greenhouse, aligned.

“I think the big thing is raising awareness in the community,” Teuscher said.

“It starts with the kids, and they take what they learn home, and it just spreads from there.”

The project helped to recycle more than 2,500 water bottles, and saved them from being sent to landfills, where it would take 700 years for the plastic to decay.

“We can reuse the things that people

canderson@ coloradocommunitymedia.com Jefferson County Board of Education announced Douglas County Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education Daniel McMinimee as the sole finalist in its superintendent search.

By 3-2 vote by the board, McMinimee was chosen May 10, from more than 60 candidates as the most qualified candidate.

“He is a strong leader who has exactly what Jeffco needs,” said board president Ken Witt.

McMinimee, who has been employed

by Douglas County School District for 12 years, said he is looking forward both professionally and personally to the opportunity to serve the district where he grew up and currently resides.

“Professionally, it’s a great opportunity,” McMinimee said. “Jeffco schools is one of

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Foster Elementary students, Lydia Rodriguez, Connor Alcorn and Brady Herron work with Arvada West PeaceJam coordinator, John Gallup to build the walls of the greenhouse.

Road bill passes House Measure in response to U.S. 36 construction contracts

By Vic Vela

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After utilizing reusable and sustainable techniques, the finished greenhouse will stand in Foster Elementary’s backyard for many years to come. don’t really think you can reuse for anything useful,” said Lydia Rodriguez, a fifth-grade student at Foster.

According to both Foster and Arvada West students, this project fostered not only excitement surrounding their collaboration, but a desire to continue conserving and working together in the future.

“Normally you don’t get to talk to a high schooler and work with him on this,

this time we’re both equal,” said Connor Alcorn, a fifth grade students at Foster.

Today, around 2600 16-ounce bottles line the walls and roof of the greenhouse and is ready for use by the school’s garden club, now and in the years to come.

“They (students) can make an impact; it starts with one person,” Teuscher said. “Really getting out there and knowing you can make a difference is important.”

Private-public road construction partnerships moved one step closer to having greater oversight with a bill that passed the House on May 5.

Senate Bill 197 is a response to grumblings over the U.S. 36 road construction process, perceived by some as being too secretive.

“This is what we heard loud and clear, that people wanted transparency in this project; that people wanted to be informed and involved and they wanted the legislature more involved in the process,” said Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp, D-Arvada, a bill sponsor.

The bill increases public notice and legislative oversight of public-private partnerships of Colorado Department of Transportation road projects.

The legislation also requires a CDOT Road continues on Page 6

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Lawmakers working together? Let’s see if it lasts If last year’s legislative session was an exercise in surrealism, than this year’s version was like a Bob Ross painting.

Sure, there were moments of contention this year. But, for the most part, the olive branches that lawmakers extended to one another all turned into “happy little trees,” as the late Ross would say.

This year’s session didn’t have the same venomous bite to it as last year’s. And, for the most part, everyone was on his or her best behavior and legislators actually ... umm ... worked together on a lot of things?

To the rolled eyes and groans among the jaded members of the press, lawmakers have been touting this session as one where about 96 percent of the bills that passed came with bipartisan support.

House Speaker Mark Ferrandino, DDenver, points out that the 2013 session was pretty bipartisan as well, but that the “noise” that came about from a handful of bills — such as one that created civil unions and others that tightened gun laws — made it difficult for others to notice that lawmakers often were working together.

“There was a lot more heat in the building last year,” Ferrandino said. “One of the differences is we had a biblical flood in our state between the two sessions and I think a lot of people said, `Let’s (set aside) the gamesmanship, the feigned indignation and fighting that we do for theater sometimes and actually just get the work done.’”

Even claims that the session was a bipartisan success came with bipartisan support.

“Overall it was not quite as contentious this year as it was last year,” said House Minority Leader Brian DelGrosso, R-Loveland.

DelGrosso acknowledged that there were fights on some issues, but not many.

“I think that was kind of good for everybody ... to have a little more civility,” he said.

Some of the key pieces of legislation that passed the Legislature this year came with overwhelming bipartisan support.

They included the Student Success Act, a major K-12 school-funding bill, and an effort to fund a state-operated aerial firefighting fleet.

And some of the high-profile bills that died were bipartisan efforts, such as a bill that would have banned photo radar technology like red light cameras and another bill that would have prohibited the sale of cigarettes to persons under 21.

There was a sharp difference in tone at the Capitol this year and there wasn’t

nearly the kind of tension that resulted in marathon debates on issues like gun control, like we saw last year.

Now, this year started out looking like it was going to be an extension of 2013, when Senate Republicans — just days into the session — blasted Democrats by accusing them of bending the rules to prevent repeal efforts on gun bills from being heard.

Senate Minority Leader Bill Cadman, R-Colorado Springs, even suggested that Senate President Morgan Carroll, DAurora, be recalled over the whole thing — which, by the way, turned out to be a non-story because the controversy was born out of a misunderstanding.

Still, when Cadman threw down, I was like, “Oh, snap. Here we go. Where’s the popcorn?” Seriously, I settled in for what I expected to be 2013 redux.

Instead, nothing.

This year’s session was hardly a heavyweight fight. At best, it was like watching a 12-round fight between a couple of aging boxers who can’t lift their arms to throw punches any more.

But, don’t kid yourselves. These guys are politicians and they know when it’s appropriate to sit around the campfire and sing songs together and when it’s time to throw down.

For example, House Majority Leader Dickey Lee Hullinghorst, D-Gunbarrel, recently took issue when a reporter asked her if the quiet session was a result of Democrats getting the message that they

may have overreached on some issues last year.

“I think one reason why this one was less contentious was that (Republicans) got the message,” she said. “We’re here to do the work of the people and that’s how we do it. We do the work that we think is of core importance to the people of Colorado and a lot of that was bipartisan.

“We don’t pick fights to pick fights and maybe they’ve begun to understand that.”

But Republicans believe that voters will have long memories when they go to the polls in November. And Cadman will be eligible to become Senate President if just one seat flips in that chamber.

“I think what we offer is opportunity and what these guys offer is oppression,” said Cadman. “I mean, these guys virtually want to control everything...”

So, in spite of all the feel-good bills that came out of the Capitol this year, there is going to be a real messaging battle that’s going to be played out on television and through yard signs and bumper stickers this fall.

And who knows what that’s going to mean for next year’s Legislature, which could end up looking a whole lot different than this year’s.

So, I wouldn’t get too accustomed to all this do-goody bipartisanship just yet.

Because all it takes is one scorching issue to burn all those happy little trees to the ground.

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In the May 1 issue, an error was made in the article titled “Counter offer to Lakewood apartments request” in which it was written that Jeffco received “grant money” and “federal grant allocations” known as Private Activity Bonds. The article should have stated that Private Activity Bonds

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Fire District elects new board members Crowded race ends with incumbent and two new directors

By Crystal Anderson

canderson@colorado communitymedia.com In a competitive race, three candidates were elected to the Arvada Fire Protection District board of directors, Tuesday, May 6.

More than 3,800 votes were cast in the 10-candidate race, electing incumbent board member, Matt Kramer, with 686 or 18 percent of the total votes, and newly

eridge, who received 462 votes. “I almost didn’t expect this to happen. I knew what I’d been doing, but there were a lot of forces in the race with 10 candidates.”

For Kramer, who served as a volunteer firefighter and later the assistant and Kramer Loveridge Van Es training chief, said while he is happy to elected members, Jeff Van Es and Bob Lov- be re-elected, he was glad to continue the eridge. board’s work from the term prior such as “I’m humbled and honored to represent furthering the district’s ambulance servicthe city over at the fire district,” said Lov- es and supporting Candelas.

“I’m very happy, and glad we can continue what we’ve done in past years and the past four years I’ve been on the board,” he said.

Moving forward, Loveridge, who previously sat as a board member for the Apex Park and Recreation District, saw the position with the fire district as an opportunity to grow and better it. ”I’m looking forward to new opportunities to excel,” he said. ”We’ve had great opportunities at Apex, and I want to do the same at the fire district. There are always opportunities to excel.”

The new board will convene at the June 2 business meeting to swear in the new members.

bers to the fivemember board, each of whom talked about the betterment of the district during their campaign and how they can move forward while serving their four-year term in the district.

“Helping to Larington change the city of Arvada, no matter who’s on the board, there’s a positive change there,” Larington said, “I’m excited

to be a part of that.”

Historically, the elections for the board received lower voter turnouts. This year, officials estimate 802 voters cast a ballot, more than doubling the number from previous election.

“In general, I was glad to see the fact that there was more interaction in this election than there was two to four years ago,” Whitfield said. “For me personally, I got a chance in this campaign to get out and meet a few more people and listen to more people. I see a tremendous amount

Voters move recreation district forward

By Crystal Anderson

canderson@colorado communitymedia.com APEX Park and Recreation District constituents voted to fill three seats on the Board of Directors, Tuesday, May 6.

In the race, incumbent Jim Whitfield took the lead with 556 or 29 percent of votes, with Tommy Skul and Kristen Larington not far behind.

“The race was very competitive and cordial at the same time,” said the newlyelected Skul, who received 401 votes. “All the candidates were on point about themselves and had nice things to say about the

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Whether Buying or Selling, Navigating This Market Requires Expertise

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If you’re thinking it’s a great time to take up real estate as a profession, think again. This is not an easy time to be new in this business.

Whether I’m listing a home or helping someone to buy a home, today’s market is calling on all of my skills and expertise, and I’m glad not to be a newbie in this profession!

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As I’ve written before, you can’t underprice a home now, but you can certainly overprice a home. When you underprice a home (however you and the seller choose to determine that) competitive offers will bring the price up and you may sell the home for more than if you priced it “right” and got maybe one offer — or no offer at all.

The trick is to determine what price is overpriced, and which price is just right to attract multiple offers.

That’s where experience comes into play. I know that I wouldn’t have been as good at this business when I was starting out 11 years ago.

Now that I’m a managing broker, I enjoy coaching my broker associ-

ates on how to find that “sweet spot” in pricing a home for sale.

Once you’ve priced the home right, you then need to evaluate competing offers and play them against each other to your client’s best advantage. It’s not just a matter of accepting the best price. It could involve convincing the strongest buyer to waive appraisal even if they are taking out a mortgage. You might be wondering, “How can you waive appraisal if the lender requires an appraisal?” Waiving appraisal does not mean your lender doesn’t order an appraisal, it just means you waive the right to terminate the contract if the home does not appraise. It commits you to bringing additional cash to the closing if that happens. And it’s quite common nowadays for homes to sell for more money than can be justified by an appraiser.

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Comedy show celebrates first anniversary West Woods Comedy Night celebrates an anniversary of laughs

By Crystal Anderson

canderson@colorado communitymedia.com A little over a year ago, Bob Meddles had an entertaining idea, resulting in barrels of laughter, and success.

Over the past year, Meddles has produced the West Woods Comedy Nights, gathering around 80 people into the West Woods Clubhouse, 6655 Quaker St., to hear a variety of comics perform, enjoy time with their friends and laugh.

“Who doesn’t love to laugh,” said Don Cox, a frequent comedy night attendee.

“Everyone he brings is so damn funny. We live right here next to the clubhouse, so everything — it’s just grand.”

West Woods Comedy Night, a production of Meddles’ company, Slap Happy Entertainment, is a monthly comedy show

founded in 2013 as a way to bring good quality comedy and entertainment to Arvada. ”We need more things like this out here,” Meddles said. ”We don’t have tons of restaurants or events or nightlife out here (in western Arvada), we have a very small sampling of choices around here. I think that’s going to change here, and I’d like to be part of that change.”

The show, one of many produced by Slap Happy Entertainment, features local, regional and national comics who bring original comedy to the stage.

“I try to make sure my show fits the crowd that’s going to be here,” he said. “I’m not a big fan of poop humor and fart jokes … It’s well thought out and well presented, not the ramblings of a junior high locker room.”

A comic himself, Meddles takes Slap Happy Entertainment on tours around Colorado, performing at the Denver Improv and several Blackhawk casinos, as well as nationally, in Iowa and at the Grand Hotel in Las Vegas.

In the future, Meddles said he hopes to

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Bob Meddles, founder of Slap Happy Entertainment, stands in the West Woods Golf Course clubhouse lobby, home of his comedy show, West Woods Comedy Night. Photo by Crystal Anderson keep things going at West Woods and expand his company. He’s currently looking to expand this show, start others at nearby golf courses and possibly produce a show of his own at larger venues, such as the Arvada Center.

“I’m looking at expanding, and as for an ultimate goal, I’m not really sure where it’s going. For now, it’s off to a nice start and I like that way it’s going,” Meddles said.

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The new board will now begin the processes of internal appointments to committees, familiarize themselves with district

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Project Prepare in conjunction with Foster Elementary and Arvada K-8 schools will host an adult and family soccer tournament, May 17-18.

The event is being held as a fundraiser to bring awareness to childhood obesity.

The tournament will feature several businesses and organizations supporting a nutritious and healthy lifestyles.

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“It’s somewhat satisfying, I don’t have to worry about reelection, but rather focus on doing the right thing and getting it done,” Whitfield said. “For me, this will be an end of a journey, and I’m looking forward to serving the district for

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The new board will be seated at the next business meeting, 6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 15, in the Randall Room at the Apex Center, 13150 W. 72 Avenue.

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Marijuana banking bill highlights flurry of pot activity Regulation of edibles to include proper markings to keep out of hands of children

By Vic Vela

vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com The House last week passed an 11th hour marijuana banking bill, capping an eventful chain of events on that and other pot-related legislation during the final days of the session.

With the May Report 7 passage of House Bill 1398, Colorado is on its way to becoming the first state in the country to devise a financial system for marijuana businesses.

The bill creates a banking co-op system for pot shop owners, which would operate similarly to credit unions. Supporters of the bill say the legislation is needed because currently marijuana is a cash-only business that can open itself up to crime.

“Marijuana entrepreneurs have been taking risks all over Colorado in building

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one of the fastest growing economic sectors in the state,” said Sen. David Balmer, R-Centennial, a bill sponsor.

Yet the success of the co-ops will depend on whether the Federal Reserve approves the plan. If it does not, the businesses will not be able to set up checking or credit card services.

That’s because marijuana is illegal under federal law and banks tend to shy away from businesses that deal with pot sales because of it.

Earlier this year, the U.S. Treasury Department gave banks the go-ahead to offer their services to pot business, with certain limitations. However, that move hasn’t been enough to persuade leery financial institutions from taking on businesses that deal with a federally-outlawed drug.

The bill is a reaction to non-reaction on the part of Congress to deal with the issue of marijuana banking. Congressman Ed Perlmutter, a Democrat who represents Colorado’s 7th congressional district, is co-sponsoring a bill in the U.S. House that would allow banks to provide services to businesses that deal with pot in states where marijuana sales are legal.

However, that bill isn’t getting much traction in Congress.

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“If the federal government was serious about tackling this problem, this bill would not be before you,” Balmer said.

The bill was nearly derailed on the last day of the session after the Senate tacked on a key amendment to the legislation the day before.

The amendment allows hemp farmers to be included in the co-op. Those who grow hemp — a type of Cannabis plant that is not used for drug consumption, but rather is refined to make products like clothing — told a Senate committee that they were also being turned away by banks.

“As far as the federal government is concerned, industrial hemp is also marijuana,” said Sen. Greg Brophy, R-Wray, who sponsored the amendment. “If we don’t add this amendment, they will be the only business in Colorado that is effectively un-banked.”

The amendment caused the bill to receive opposition from the banking lobby, which did not want to include hemp growers as part of the mix. After much wrangling during a special conference committee, the House re-passed the Senate’s version of the bill, which included the hemp amendment.

Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper voiced his support of the bill to reporters the day after its passage.

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Jeffco Historical Commission to receive an award

The Jefferson County Historical Commission will be receive a 2014 State Honor Award for Preservation Leadership on Wednesday, May 14, at the 24th annual Dana Crawford Award Celebration at the Denver Botanic Gardens. The JCHC, established in 1974, was formed to identify and document the county’s historic resources. One of JCHC’s most notable accomplishments includes their completion of a Cultural Resource Survey started in 1999 which evaluated the historic properties in unincorporated Jeffco.

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The banking bill wasn’t the only piece of marijuana legislation that lawmakers took up during the last days of the session. One of those was a bill that requires pot-infused edibles — such as brownies or candies — to be specially marked so that it is clear that the food contains marijuana.

The motivation behind House Bill 1366 was to prevent the accidental consumption of marijuana on the part of children, who think that the food is simply a cookie or a piece of candy.

“There needs to be a way to distinguish Swedish Fish that have marijuana infused with THC and Swedish Fish that doesn’t,” said Sen. Owen Hill, R-Colorado Springs.

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the biggest and most diverse districts, and has a great reputation with students, and I want to be a part of it.”

At the beginning of his term, Witt announced he did not want to put Jeffco in a situation similar to Douglas County, which has experienced contention with the teachers’ association and lawsuits over school vouchers.

The naming of McMinimee as the superintendent finalist sends the opposite message, according to critics.

“It’s very concerning,” said Jonna Levine, co-founder of Support Jeffco Kids, a community organization formed to inform Jeffco residents about the board of education’s actions. “This is all very disappointing, and I think the community is going to be disappointed. This is the most important decision the board is ever going to make and, they’re (the finalist) from Dougco.”

The choosing of a superintendent comes at an important time for Jeffco, as the district is currently in mediation with the Jefferson County Educators Association (JCEA) after negotiations broke down earlier this year.

“I value teachers and what they bring to the district,” McMinimee said. “It’s about partnership and working with teachers to have the best possible people in the classroom.”

In the 2012 negotiations with Dougco, McMinimee was the lead negotiator for the district, which put in about 100 hours working with associations to come to an

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board to hold public meetings throughout the road project process and keep the Legislature and other local elected officials informed along the way.

Under the bill, any road project that exceeds 35 years must be approved by the Legislature. And the bill also requires that CDOT post the terms of the partnership agreement on its website.

The bill was spurred by fallout from the $425 million U.S. 36 road project, one that will widen the lanes of the highway and incorporate toll lanes.

Because it is a private-public partnership, much of the road funding will come from private financing. Supporters say that’s important, given the lack of tax payer-backed road funding that is available for all the state’s construction projects.

But Rep. Mike Foote, D-Lafayette, said that’s also something that requires some watching.

“Out-of-state financiers are not accountable to public,” Foote said. “As the Legislature, we are accountable to the public. They aren’t.”

agreement on a majority of issues. In that situation, the board ultimately decided to end the contract with the associations.

McMinimee, a former teacher, said while he respected the Dougco board’s decision, it isn’t what he would like to see happen in the future in Jeffco.

“We’re all on the same team, and we’re working towards having the best possible outcome we can have,” he said. “The team is bigger than the individual and we are aiming for the same thing, and that’s to have great experiences for 85,000 kids.”

Witt said, “Dan is a strong leader and will focus on academic achievements set by this board. He is not bringing any other agenda, and he will do the right things for Jeffco. He is a traditional superintendent with strong ties to Jeffco. The two districts are in no way tied in their approaches, and we will continue to work to propel the district forward.”

Prior to moving to Dougco, McMinimee worked for the Salem-Keizer School District in Salem, Oregon, as a principal, teacher and coach.

McMinimee’s selection was approved on a 3-2 vote, with Witt, Julie Williams and John Newkirk voting in favor, and Lesley Dahlkemper and Jill Fellman opposed.

McMinimee would replace former superintendent Cindy Stevenson, who retired in February.

The board of education is expected to make the final appointment on May 24.

“I’m looking forward to the community engagement,” McMinimee said. “Talking about who I am, where I come from, what I bring to the table, meeting the community, hearing their concerns and celebrating Jeffco schools and all the good things happening in Jeffco.”

There have been concerns that the public was kept out of the loop along the way.

Many residents of communities that rely on U.S. 36 for transport said they didn’t know many of the details of the 50-year project.

“I think that transparency is really important and I think when the voters in my district tell me they have a strong concern here, I need to follow the voters in my district,” said Rep. Max Tyler, D-Lakewood, who supported the bill.

The bill passed with bipartisan support in the Senate, but a couple of Democrats joined all Republicans in voting against the bill in the House.

Critics of the legislation included the Colorado Contractors Association, a group that expressed concerns that the bill would have an adverse impact on road projects.

The group and the majority of General Assembly Republicans wondered if the legislation was a knee-jerk reaction to what happened during the U.S. 36 process, and that the response is disproportionate to the problem.

“Transparency, yes; absolute control, no,” said Rep. Ray Scott, R-Grand Junction.

“We already have many pieces of control within our state statutes.”

The bill now heads to the desk of Gov. John Hickenlooper for his signature.

education news Possible agreement from mediation

Negotiating teams from the Jefferson County School District and the Jefferson County Educators Association (JCEA) agreed upon a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), Thursday May, 8.

The board of education provided feedback within a few hours, asking that non-probationary teachers, would not be eligible for a step increase.

The JCEA team presented the MOU to it’s board without the changes.

The tentative agreement focused on the areas of step compensation increases for teachers, the standardization of district benefits, additional compensation after the increased cost of PERA, the district’s public pension and retirement fund, and having a competitive wage for newly-hired teachers.

During April’s open negotiations, the JCEA negotiating team declared an impasse, after feeling like their concerns were not being met during the process.

“We (the JCEA) created a list of options and none of those were accepted by the district,” said JCEA President, Ami Prichard following the declaration of impasse.

“We felt our options were in line with the community survey, and our priorities were in line with the community’s. We feel the board continues to ignore what we

need for students to be successful.”

School testing bill blocked by House

Senate Bill 14-221, a bill calling for a reduction in standardized social studies testing in schools was blocked by members of the Colorado House of Representatives, Monday, May 5.

The proposed law would have saved an estimated $335,000 annually in administration costs while allowing students more time in the classroom. The bill had passed in the senate but was blocked in the house due to concerns it might decrease emphasis on the subject.

Preliminary TCAP Reading Results

The Colorado Department of Education released the unofficial 2014 preliminary TCAP reading test results, Thursday, May 8.

In Jefferson County, the board of education has set a strategic goal to increase the amount of proficient to advanced third-grade readers from 80 -85 percent by 2015. According the CDE, the results state 5,943 students tested, showing 78.8 percent or 4,683 third graders are testing at a proficient or advanced level, with 8 percent being advanced. The percentage of proficient students was down 0.6 percent from the 79.5 percent 2013 test results.

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ARVADA CITY COUNCIL ON THE RECORD Arvada City Council voted on the following legislation during its May 5 business meeting. Council members in attendance were Mayor Marc Williams, Mayor Pro Tem Mark McGoff, District 1 Councilman Jerry Marks, District 3 Councilman John Marriott, District 4 Councilman Bob Dyer, and Councilmen At-Large Don Allard and Bob Fifer.

Declaration of Poppy and Mental Health Awareness Month

Council recognized May as Poppy and Mental Health Awareness month, delivering proclamations to representatives from Arvada’s American Legion Auxiliary Unit 161 and Jefferson Center for Mental Health.

The declaration recognizes the work

done by both organizations to help serve disabled, needy veterans, their widows and orphans, and mental health patients.

Chip seal repair

Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing a construction contract between the City of Arvada and A-1 Chipseal Co. for $1,573,506.05 for chip seal repair on city streets while adding a fiber insulation conduit where applicable.

The conduit is an additional fund that will be drawn from the capital contingency fund.

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The CISC was formed in 2008 by entities across the state to govern a network empowering police officials to combat crime through data sharing and analysis.

Arvada is currently under an IGA with the CISC, but this agreement sets up a separate legal entity to manage the Kaplan program within the CISC. The next city council meeting is 6 p.m., Monday, May 19, at Arvada City Hall, 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada.

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Former Congressman Bob Beauprez speaks with Brian Pike, right, president of Apex Pavement Solutions in Golden. Beauprez took a short tour of Washington Ave., on Monday, May 5 as part of his “Stronger Colorado Tour” as he readies for the republican primaries for governor. Photo by Amy Woodward

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awoodward@coloradocommunitymedia.com Former Congressman Bob Beauprez visited Golden to meet with small business owners during his “Stronger Colorado Tour” on Monday, May 5.

Beauprez, who has filed to run for governor during the 2014 election, spoke about job growth, public safety and his vision for Colorado.

“Instead of a war on jobs we ought to have a war for jobs,” said Beauprez while speaking casually with management from Apex Pavement Solutions, an asphalt and concrete maintenance business in Golden.

“There’s a whole lot of common sense reform that we can do in this state.”

It will be the second time the former dairy farmer and banker will run for governor. He will join former congressman Tom Tancredo, former Sen. Mike Kopp and Secretary of State Scott Gessler on the Republican primary ballot.

The winner of the June primary will face off with the incumbent, Democrat John Hickenlooper.

Beauprez’s campaign has raised $443,874.10 in the last 58 days his campaign reported, with half

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“He’s a grassroots guy who likes to work with small business,” said Roger Tapia, owner of Creekside Jewelers.

Beauprez recollected about his days as congressman and his “fondness” for Golden while walking up Washington Ave. “Golden I think is our quintessential small town Colorado; its got so much history and so many small businesses, it’s sort of the healthiest part of who I think we are as a state,” he said.

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Simple pleasures, small luxuries have most meaning Last Monday, I allowed myself a simple luxury: I have some leftover whipped cream and I am enjoying a generous dollop in my morning coffee. I typically don’t have whipped cream in my fridge so I consider this indulgence a small luxury.

I asked my friends and family what they would consider their small luxuries, and I found that the simple pleasures can mean the most.

Like me, many people chose goodies: a hot caramel sundae with hot peanuts, red wine and chocolate, a shot of butterscotch schnapps in hot cocoa with – what else? – whipped cream. Homemade dill pickles, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, and stale Peeps also made the list, as well as this from a friend: “the occasional and oh-so-bad-for-me-and-my-wallet Reuben sandwich at work!”

Many of us also treat ourselves to creature comforts: hot showers and bubble baths, really nice shampoo, a pedicure and massage. Technology-made-convenient is

also important, such as Wi-Fi and the ability to chat with friends overseas.

My friends also share an appreciation for our natural world: the lovely fragrance of budding trees out the front door, a pond and waterfall, sunshine on our faces, Colorado summer nights with warm Chinook winds blowing through the trees, and a twilight bike ride around the lake when the wind has stopped and all is still. Quiet time is also a luxury — coffee in bed for 15 minutes before the kids wake up, allowing 10 minutes to sit in the sun on a busy work day, reading in bed with a finger of

Scotch when everyone else is asleep and the house is quiet and dark.

Ah, yes … reading. Many people answered with responses such as reading a book in bed after a long day. Sitting in the Tattered Cover or the library with piles and piles of books. And, after my own heart, living in the company of books … previously read or yet to be enjoyed.

Family and friends came up again and again, as did four-footed furries: “My dog jumping up and down to see me when I come home, even if I’ve only been gone five minutes.” “My little orange kitty, Clementine, jumping into my lap to say hello while I’m writing at my desk.” “Just losing myself on a walk in the still of the night with my dog.” And this: “The feel of a contented animal’s fur and skin.”

Sleeping – high on my list – was also extolled: no alarm in the morning, sleeping in, and taking a nap in the middle of the day.

Some responses were poignant: “Sitting

with an elderly person as she recalls and shares her life story, watching her eyes sparkle … and dim.” Some were profound: “Finally being able to get legally married.”

Amid these simple pleasures and small luxuries, too, was an awareness of what we have that others would consider luxuries, such as running water and electricity. One of my friends is appreciative of one more day on this Earth, and another said simply: “Thanks for bringing up my gratitude.”

Marilyn Krysl, esteemed author and Professor Emerita at CU Boulder, has said, “Luxury is a necessity.” As I’ve listened to my friends and loved ones this week, I’ve come to believe this is true.

Andrea Doray is a writer who agrees with her friend Irene, who said, “My best luxury is taking my car in to have it cleaned instead of washing it myself!” Contact Andrea with your little luxuries at a.doray@andreadoray.com.

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“I see myself as a police officer. I have a nice home, but no kids yet, not for a while. I want to get myself together first.”

Nick Lucero North Valley School for Young Adults

“It depends on the career path I take. Maybe I’ll be a doctor. I’m still considering if I want to join the Air Force.”

Navil Perez York International School

“I hope to be graduated from college. And depending what I want to do – maybe law school – still continuing with my education path.”

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Happy with no happy ending The other day, I was shopping for an anniversary card for my parents (52 years!), and a thought struck me: None of these say “happily ever after.”

For 52 years my parents have been married, and, in all that time, I’m not sure they ever leaned back at the end of the day, clasped their hands behind their heads, and said “That’s done — now we live happily ever after!” They worked hard, survived the tumult of the 1960s, raised seven children, saw one of them almost die, opened their own business, moved a couple times, watched each of their children marry, most of them proceeding to have children of their own, and, in none of that, was there ever “happily ever after.”

I’ve seen pictures of them on their wedding day, and they look like everybody else does on their wedding day: joyful, in love, and completely hopeful for the future. They were a little older when they got married, so there was (I think) a little less naivete than most of us enter marriage with; but, still, they couldn’t possibly have known what life would throw their way, or, frankly, how hard it was going to be.

But, as my shopping expedition testifies, they made it. They worked, they struggled, at times they fought forces beyond their control, and, at times, they fought each other. But they stuck together — with Faith, Hope, and Love, they made the whole crazy thing work. For each other, and for all of us.

I’m writing about this today because, of all the things I’ve learned in my life, this may be the most useful. And I’m only writing about this because, crazily, this week marks the last week of classes for my oldest daughter, 400 of her classmates, and thousands of high school seniors all over Colorado. So here it is, senior class of

2014, my piece of advice: There is no “Happily Ever After.” Sorry.

There is only “What’s next?” I know you were raised on Disney princesses, but that’s the reality.

Even next week, as you walk across the podium and accept your diplomas, that is not the end of the story: that is the end of a chapter. For the next day, or the next week, or next month, you will have to put your head back down, and go to work again. And whether that’s on a job, more school, or service to your country, it makes no difference. The play goes on.

I know it sounds like that’s a bummer, like I’m trying to throw cold water on your parade. But I’m really not. The great lesson of my parents is that, even though there’s no “Happily Ever After,” there is still plenty of happy, plenty of joy, plenty of rewards. It’s just that it doesn’t automatically come to you at the end of the day.

There is also a wonderful flip side to this: if the story isn’t over, it means that you get to write the next chapter, and the next, and the one after that. If this chapter wasn’t your favorite—doesn’t suggest “happily,” ever, then take heart! You have control of the next one, and it is up to you to decide the “Happy” content of it.

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All my favorite mothers Seven a.m., at my computer, on Mother’s Day, today May 11, 2014 it’s cold outside. As the icy rain pelts my roof, I write a column about my favorite mothers.

First there’s my mother, my favorite of all. She was a dynamite mother who gave birth to my brother while my father flew with the Army Air Corps as a B-24 navigator in World War II. One of the toughest moments of her life was when she received notice that, my father was missing in action. Her grief came in waves. Then she received notice her husband and father of her son was alive, but in a Japanese Prison Camp. With his chances of survival as a POW slim, she waited for two years.

When he came home from the war, skinny but still spunky, the first thing they did was get pregnant with me. I’m grateful my mother waited for Dad, and thankful for my life. Because she had faith that my father would survive the camps and return, she endured. She was an amazing mother,

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very strong, but very caring. She taught me to ride horseback, and hauled me to horse shows and rodeos. Every day, I think of her and I miss her.

Another mother I admire, besides my own, is Shirley Pasqualetti Ribeiro, my daughter’s mother-in-law. Shirley hails from Brazil but now lives in Colorado.

Her middle son, married my daughter.

I’m grateful that Shirley and her husband Wagner Sr. came to the wedding of our children in Chicago. That is where I first

got to meet them.

Shirley and I formed a bond at the wedding ceremony when together we lit the unity candle. I appreciate Shirley for many reasons, her sweet joyful spirit and how much love she shows our two small grandchildren. I feel blessed that Shirley is part of our extended family.

Last but not least favorite mother and grandmother I’ll mention is my childhood friend, Claudia. She’s my age now. In her busier life as a twenty-something mother of two boys she unfortunately missed raising her sons all the way up. Claudia’s marital problems intervened. But currently retired, Claudia has laid down her personal interests and is an active, involved grandmother. Claudia continues her mother role into later life (once a mother always a mother). She helps her married son with his kids. Claudia has for the last few years built her life around her sons, daughter-in-law, and her grandkids.

Dedication for sure. Bravo Claudia.

So this Mother’s Day, is a good time to remember my mother, and recognize Shirley and Claudia as real team players in their families. I’m also thankful on Mother’s Day for my own two kids Lily and Jim and that I’ve had the pleasure of being a mother and grandmother. And I feel blessed to be married to a great guy, Dick, who loves my children and grandchildren as if they were his own. Life is good.

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Girl’s husband has left them. Guy repairs vacuum cleaners and she sells flowers.

They create music together and it’s easy to see that they are falling love.

The show begins with audience members milling about the stage, buying drinks at the bar and chatting with cast members while other actors/musicians

hold a jam session. The house lights are up and stay that way for some time. The fourth wall is down.

The show is a wonderful blend of reality and fantasy. In the first scene, Girl’s broken “Hoover” magically appears on stage when she learns that Guy can repair it. For the majority of the play, all of the adult cast members are on stage. Each is an accomplished musician as well as a first-rate actor. The production is chock full of mesmerizing music. Instruments include guitars, a piano, a cello, an accordion and concertina, drums, and violins.

Definitely not an easy cast to assemble but it has been done to near perfection.

The ingenious choreography adds to the surreal element of this touching, bittersweet story. The music ranges from traditional Irish folk songs, to silly songs like “Broken Hearted Hoover Fixer Sucker

Guy,” to heartbreakingly tender ballads.

The music is exquisite and the cast more than lives up to the challenges they are given. “Once” is now at the top of my “I must see this one again” bucket list. I’m so pleased to see that good musicals didn’t end with Lerner and Lowe.

This is a fairly short run so get your tickets now. “Once” runs only through May 18 at the Buell Theatre at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Denver. On May 18, the show will be ASL interpreted, Audio Described and open captioned. For tickets and information, call 303-893-4100 or visit the website at www.denvercenter.org.

Mary Stobie is completing her memoir much of which involves motherhood, Hollywood and rodeo and horse shows. The memoir will include her best columns, stories and essays from the 1980’s to present.

More will be revealed, stay tuned. If you are writing a memoir, please contact her for a future memoir writer’s group or just to talk about your experience writing your life story. mry_jeanne@yahoo.com

Musical ‘Once’ plays the Buell The multi-award winning Broadway musical “Once,” playing through May 18 at the Buell Theatre, is worth seeing at least twice. What started as a low budget Irish film has morphed into a stage musical in London, on Broadway and a national U.S. tour. I was not familiar with the show but knew I would, at the very least, like the music when I learned that it features the Oscar winning “Falling Slowly.” What a lovely song. The entire score is equally pleasing.

In a few words, here is the plot: Guy (as he is called) meets Girl (as she is called) while he’s performing one of his own songs. She’s impressed with his raw talent and the passion she hears in his music.

He is Irish and she is a Czech immigrant.

Both are musicians and write their own songs. He is filled with angst since his girlfriend went to New York City. Girl lives

Columnist Harriet Hunter Ford may be reached at hhunterford@msn.com.

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Robert L. McBride

Sept. 7, 1931 – May 5, 2014

Robert L. McBride, 82 years, of Arvada unexpectedly passed away Monday, May 5, 2014.

Services will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2014 at 5:00PM, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 7891 W 44th Avenue, Wheat Ridge.

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Graduation, your first job, a promotion, marriage, children — these will each be only chapters. It’s like climbing mountains: do you know what you see from the top of the mountain? More mountains. It doesn’t mean you don’t stop to admire the

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So enjoy this time, because it is quite an achievement. But don’t stay here too long: your next great achievement is waiting!

Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.

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awoodward@colorado communitymedia.com After taking nine months to reassess its efforts to relocate a community corrections housing facility, the county has found a potential spot in Golden — and already community members are concerned about the location.

The site, located at 15650 West 6th Avenue Frontage Road, sits directly west of the Foothills Animal Shelter. The approximate 2.6 acres is owned by Goltra Castings Company, a stainless steel foundry and is zoned as unincorporated Jeffco.

County Administrator Ralph Schell updated commissioners during briefings on Tuesday, May 6, regarding staff’s efforts for the site which includes holding community meetings with local HOA’s from the Golden Heights/Hills neighborhood and Mesa View 6th Avenue West Estates.

“We’re doing everything we can to meet with people,” Schell said.

While there’s still a lot of “ifs” staff is currently working on a proposal to Goltra who have already proposed to lease the land at $20,000 a year beginning with construction, for a 40 year period. There will be two options to renew for an additional 15 years, totaling a 70 year lease, according to county staff notes.

So far, there have been “several” contractors who are interested in designing the 50,000 square ft. building which will “in essence” be an apartment complex with 250 available beds, Schell reported.

“The only thing we can really say right now is, we have grave concerns about the current site that’s under consideration,” said Cici Kesler, community manager of Mesa View Estates.

Kesler will be sending out mass emails to residents in Mesa View as well as Golden Heights/Hills regarding notifications for a future community meeting.

Should Goltra make a deal with Jeffco, Schell commented that the project would only need approval by the planning commission. Commissioner Rosier requested the project be presented to the board of county commissioners as part of the approval process and added that the county needs to look at cost-savings. “For us to go and spend let’s say $14 million for a new building knowing we get $5 million back; is it better to put $5 million into the existing building,” Rosier said.

The current Intervention Community Corrections Services (ICCS) is at the historic New York Building on Kendall St. in Lakewood which was built in 1922. Since the 1970s, the building has served as a detox center and later as a community corrections facility for all-male offenders. A new facility is desired by the county and ICCS staff in order to provide adequate space, modern facilities and cost savings. Outdated heating and cooling systems or lack thereof are just some of the costs which add to a $5 million maintenance bill.

The Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design has shown considerable interest in absorbing the two and one half story building into its campus for its architectural beauty.

“When we talked to the cities, the cities understand that these folks are people from their communities,” Commissioner Griffin said. “If we end up looking at something that’s going to cost us way more money than we had planned for; it may be we go to Lakewood and say we’re going to go the other route.”

To date, cities have not come forward to offer financial assistance, Schell said.

To receive notification of Mesa View’s community meeting, email CiCi Kesler at cici@aacm.us.

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M

en and women must alter their diets as they age. Portion sizes that young adults might have been able to get away must shrink when those same men and women enter their 30s. And as thirty-somethings head into their 40s, what’s on the plate requires more careful consideration than it might have a decade ago. The same goes for men and women over 50, who must take steps to reduce their risk for heart disease, stroke and diabetes. One of the easiest ways to do just that is to eat healthy foods. The following are five flavorful and healthy foods tailor-made for the over 50 crowd.

1. Apples: Apples definitely qualify as a superfood, helping reduce cholesterol by preventing plaque buildup in the blood vessels and, as a result cutting an individual’s risk of diabetes considerably. In fact, a recent study published in the British Medical Journal found that eating at least two servings of apples per week can reduce a person’s risk of type 2 diabetes by as much as 23 percent. Apples also make for a great source of fiber, potassium and vitamin C. 2. Blueberries: Blueberries help men and women maintain healthy blood sugar levels because they are high in soluble fiber, which lowers cholesterol while slowing the body’s uptake of glucose.

And despite their relatively small size, blueberries contain more fiber, vitamins and minerals per ounce than any other fruit.

3. Broccoli: Though broccoli might not have been your best friend during childhood, you may want to cozy up to this powerful green vegetable now that you have cracked the half-century mark. Broccoli is loaded with vitamin C. A single 3.5 ounce serving of broccoli contains more than 150 percent of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C, which can shorten the duration of the common cold.

In addition, a 2013 British study published in Medical News Today found that broccoli may help prevent osteoarthritis, a degeneration of joint cartilage and the underlying bone that is most common from middle age onward. A similar study from researchers at New York’s Roswell Park Cancer Institute published in the same publication six years earlier found that just three servings of broccoli per month can decrease bladder cancer risk by as much as 40 percent.

4. Fava beans: Fava beans are cholesterol-free and low in fat. Fava beans also may provide cardiovascular benefits and help men and women maintain healthy weights. Fava beans are considered “nutrient-dense,” a term used to describe low-calorie foods that boast lots of nutrients, and are an excellent source of vitamin B1, which is important for nervous system function and energy metabolism.

5. Oatmeal: Another food that might never make youngsters’ lists of their favorite foods, oatmeal is nonetheless a healthy option at the breakfast table. Oatmeal is loaded with soluble fiber, which can reduce cholesterol levels and subsequently reduce a person’s risk of heart disease. Also low in calories, oatmeal can help men and women maintain a healthy weight.

Those who find oatmeal a tad too bland for their tastes can double on their superfoods by adding some blueberries into the mix, making their breakfast more flavorful and more healthy.

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Prep kitchen fosters educational environment Steamers Coffeehouse and Jack’s Bar and Grill launch new prep kitchen

By Crystal Anderson

canderson@colorado communitymedia.com A few months ago, a vacant space across from Jack’s Bar and Grill was under construction.

Today, it stands as a prep kitchen, and is employing more than 30 people with developmental disabilities, giving them skills to spring them out into the workforce.

“Our primary focus is a training facility for the folks with developmental disabili-

ties, in preparation that they could either move over to Steamers, or they may be able to find jobs out in the community,” said Scott Parker, co-owner of Steamers Coffeehouse.

In 2007, Parker and his partner Athan Miller launched a small coffee shop employing those with developmental disabilities. Swiftly, Steamers, 8565 Five Parks Drive, was born and grew, and in 2010, they expanded.

Today the business has expanded again, adding a 1300 square foot prep kitchen across from the coffee house in Five Parks to aid the business and a full service restaurant, Jack’s Bar & Grill, as well as train and employ more individuals with developmental disabilities.

“Our goal is to be able to train people

with all kinds of abilities and disabilities to work in any kitchen, anywhere,” Miller said. “This means that someone could gain skills to have employment anywhere there is a restaurant.”

Previously, the business employed 80 individuals, 40 of whom had some form of disability. With the addition of the prep kitchen, Steamers now has added 30 jobs, and has the capacity to add a night and weekend crew to offer training for more disabled individuals and help them gain employment throughout the community.

“We can then work on developing relationships with restaurants in the Denver Area and we could train anyone — visually impaired or not — to specifically be able to work in kitchens across the area,” Miller said. “This opens up so many oppor-

tunities for both employees and employers. The potential is outstanding, and I am so excited to work on making these things happen.”

On April 15, the kitchen opened, and is now in full use. In the kitchen, employees work four to six hour shifts, a few days a week, learning basic culinary and job readiness skills. Through the kitchen, employees are receiving individualized coaching to help them learn skills such as cutting and slicing vegetables, making soups, baking pastries, jams and jellies. Employees also learn portion control, efficiency, time management and job preparedness.

“Our goal is not to have them (employees) stay,” Parker said. “We want this to be a springboard onto bigger and better things for them.”

Rodriguez hired as West Chamber president Denver native previously served on Parker chamber

By Clarke Reader creader@colorado communitymedia.com The West Chamber has a new president and CEO in Dan Rodriguez, who was recently announced as the successor to Brian Willms.

Willms resignation is effective May 27, and Rodriguez will officially take over on May 28.

“Dan has a lot of great chamber experience,” said Joni Inman, chairman of the board of directors, said. “He was at the

Parker chamber and brought a lot of health and vitality to their chamber. He also has a great business perspective.”

Rodriguez, a Denver native, got his start in the business world thanks to his ability to perform.

“When I was younger I did a lot of magic shows and eventually got sponsored by McDonalds and went to work for them for many years,” he exRodriguez plained. “I eventually got into purchasing franchises and my wife and I opened our first location in 1994 in Nevada.”

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Rodriguez returned to Colorado, this time to the north metro area where he set up McDonalds locations in places like Broomfield and Lafayette.

He eventually sold all his franchises and relocated for a while to Pahrump, Nevada, where he served as interim president for the city’s chamber.

“I’d always been very involved in chambers of commerce where ever I was, and served on several boards of directors,” Rodriguez said. “When we left Pahrump and returned to Colorado we moved to Parker, and that’s when I was hired on to their chamber.”

Rodriguez served on the Parker chamber from 2010 to 2013.

Rodriguez said that he is eager to start his work at the West Chamber, and will

work with Willms for a week prior to the official transition.

“I’ve already started working with Brian, and I think it will be a very smooth transition for the chamber,” he said. “I think it’s such a smart move on the board’s part to set this up so I can spend some time with Brian.”

The West Chamber is already a very solid institution, Rodriguez said. While he is still getting familiar with the area and doesn’t have any specific goals yet, there are some broad things he would like to accomplish.

“I don’t see any reason why the West Chamber can’t have the largest membership in the region,” he said. “The business community is what drives the economy, and I want to bring some fun to the chamber.”

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LEGISLATIVE NEWS

POSTER-PERFECT FOR EARTH DAY

Flood relief bill gets final OK

The first bill of the legislative session turned out to be the last one passed, as an effort to provide tax relief to flood-impacted homeowners was sent to the governor’s desk on May 7.

House Bill 1001 is a property tax forgiveness plan for homeowners whose homes are destroyed by natural disasters.

Changes made to the bill in the Senate prior to its final passage led to some late-session drama to save the legislation.

The original version of the bill required that the state pay a homeowner’s property taxes for a full year. However, the Senate changed the bill so it would only apply to the period of time that the homes were impacted by the disaster.

The House ended up restoring the bill to much of its original form before it was re-passed. It now heads to the desk of Gov. John Hickenlooper, who is expected to sign the legislation.

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Governor says fracking special session ‘50-50’ Lawmakers may work overtime to prevent issue from going to ballot

By Vic Vela

vvela@coloradocommunitymedia. com Gov. John Hickenlooper said last week that the odds are 50-50 that he would call lawmakers back to the Capitol over the summer for a special legislative session that deals with hydraulic fracking.

The purpose of the session would be for the Legislature to reach a compromise in terms of the amount of control that local communities have when it comes to regulating oil and gas operations, especially the polarizing business of fracking.

The governor said he is hopeful that the oil and gas industry, environmental groups and other interested parties can come to a compromise on this heavily important issue — one that’s gained steam over the last couple of years as drilling has moved closer to Front Range communities.

But Hickenlooper also acknowledged that he is not holding his breath on an agreement, just yet.

“We’re not close enough yet,” Hickenlooper told reporters on May 8, the day after the legislative session ended.

“We’ve made tremendous progress,

enough progress that it’s worth continuing to talk and try to work through that split.”

However, the governor added that “there’s no point in calling a special session unless you get to that point (of agreement).”

The debate over fracking — the mixing of water, sand and chemicals that are blasted into the surface to free up blocked oil and gas — is expected to reach a higher and more expensive level if the Legislature does not take action this summer.

One or more initiatives to give local communities more power in determining how oil and gas companies operate could end up on the November ballot, which would result in a pricey advertising campaign that is expected to garner national attention.

The governor acknowledged that there is a sense of urgency to find a compromise on these issues and that it would behoove all sides to come together, rather than face “draconian” ballot questions, where all bets are off.

“Ballot initiatives are thumbs up or thumbs down...,” Hickenlooper said.

“They’re often pretty crude ways to deal with complex issues.”

Legislative leaders had hoped to bring a local control bill this year and they held out hope as late as the last few weeks of the session that a consensus could be reached. However, it never materialized.

“Anytime you have an issue that is

as polarized as this issue has been in Colorado, you’re going to have a lot of interest on both ends of the spectrum — and a fairly large interest in the middle of that — and the goal is to bring all those people together,” said House Majority Leader Dickey Lee Hullinghorst, D-Gunbarrel.

“Sometimes it takes some time to get there and I know there is some frustration.”

The issue is a complex one for lawmakers to deal with. On the one hand, there are the undeniable economic benefits that fracking provides, including high-paying job creation.

Yet at the same time, more and more communities are expressing concern over possible health impacts that come with fracking.

So far, five Colorado cities have put in place fracking bans or moratoriums.

The special session, if it materializes, would create for some interesting debate among lawmakers who have very different opinions on the issue.

“I think the bottom line is, if there is a way that we can protect an industry that is feeding our families and providing our tax base and providing energy security — not only for the state but for the rest of the country — then we ought to be looking at what it’s going to take to protect that,” said Senate Minority Leader Bill Cadman, R-Colorado Springs.

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West Metrolife Landess about to mosey along 7News anchor Mike Landess has decided that 50 years in broadcasting is enough for one lifetime. Sometime in late summer, Landess will hang up his earpiece, according to a story posted on the 7News website.

“We’ve been talking about it for a couple of years and hitting that 50-year mark seemed like an appropriate time to do it,” Landess said.

In 1977, Landess arrived in Denver and anchored along-side Ed Sardella at KUSA for the next 16 years. Landess went on to anchor at WXIA in Atlanta during the Summer Olympics and then to WTTG in Washington, D.C., where he covered the 9/11 attacks.

He returned to Denver and 7News in 2002, where he has worked as primary anchor of evening newscasts since.

Landess has been honored with more than two dozen Emmy Awards — including five for Best Anchor. He has earned five Edward R. Murrow Awards and contributed to the winning of a Peabody Award in 2013 for wildfire coverage.

Landess was inducted into the Heartland Chapter of National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Silver Circle in 2008.

No mo Glo

How Jane got her groove back The Edge’s latest examines sex, loneliness

By Clarke Reader

creader@colorado communitymedia.com There are times when seeing the phrase “inspired by a true story” can be a death knell for creative story telling, but with the right story, “truth is stranger than fiction” can take on a whole new meaning.

Jane Juska’s play, “A Round Heeled Woman” — which is based on her book called “A Round-Heeled Woman: My Late-Life Adventures in Sex and Romance” — takes audiences on a true story of her adventures through sex, romance and loneliness.

“A Round Heeled Woman” is playing at The Edge Theater, 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, through this weekend. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m.

The titular woman is Juska (Jan Cleveland), a 66-year-old divorcée who has decided she’s been without any affection in her life for too long, and puts an ad in The New York Review of Books. “Before I turn 67 — next March,” the ad reads, “I would like to have a lot of sex with a man I like.

If you want to talk first, Trollope works for me.”

IF YOU GO WHAT: “A Round Heeled Woman” WHERE: The Edge Theater 1560 Teller Street, Suite 200, Lakewood WHEN: Through May 18 Friday and Satuday - 8 p.m.

Sunday - 6 p.m.

COST: $20 advance, $22 at the door INFORMAITON: 303-232-0363 or www.theedgetheater.com Juska received 63 replies, from men between the ages of 32 and 84 and the play tells the true story of some of the encounters that follow.

“It’s a really interesting show, I think.

On the surface it is about an older woman who hasn’t had any kind of physical romance in a long time,” said Cleveland.

“But I think it’s really about loneliness and trying to find someone to fill a void in you.”

Cleveland is joined on stage by Suzanna Wellens and Deb Hultgren as The Women and Bob Byrnes, Gary Crow-Willard and Scott Shuster as The Men. Multiple Emmy and Golden Globe winner Sharon Gless toured with the show from 2009 through 2012, and The Edge’s production is the first outside of that tour.

“Round Heeled” is also Clevland’s first time playing at The Edge.

“The Edge is the place to perform in town for actors,” she said. “Rick and Patty (Yaconis) are taking both new and classic works and drawing some of the best talent around.”

Cleveland said that since Jane is the main character, she is never off stage, and so she started working on the show in February.

“Jane has all these shifts in the play, so it’s my job to take the audience on her journey,” she said. “She has really difficult issues with her family, and so that affects her behavior a lot.”

While Cleveland describes the play as mostly a comedy, she said that the play explores all emotion, from hysterically funny to some deep sadness.

Physical affection in elders is something that doesn’t get discussed much in contemporary society, but if nothing else, Cleveland said she hopes audiences leave the show with a greater understanding of the loneliness that many face.

“It hit me before the show how littler older people get hugs and things like that,” she said. “Jane has a line where she wonders if she has received all the touches and caresses she’s going to receive in her life, and that is a scary thought.”

For more information, call 303-2320363 or visit www.theedgetheater.com.

Say it ain’t so, Glo! Veteran radio host extraordinaire Gloria Neal, who’s been splitting her time between the “Gloria Neal Show” on AM 760 radio from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Monday through Friday and her gig on the 6 p.m. news team on CBS4 weekdays, posted on her Facebook page that as of Tuesday, the radio show’s plug has been pulled.

Here are some excerpts from her FB post: “The Gloria Neal on AM 760 is no more. Clear Channel is completely changing the format. The official announcement has not been made as to what the format will be, but none of current hosts will be on the new station. However, you will still be able to find me on CBS4 in the evenings ...

“There are no regrets, no hard feelings and no animosity. Every listener has enriched my life — whether you agreed or disagreed with me; whether I introduced you to `Mr. Click’ or gave you your first `Honey Hush’ it was all worth it.”

You go, Glo!

TAG Raw Bar moving

Much-lauded chef Troy Guard (TAG, TAG Raw Bar, TAG Burger Bar, Los Chingones, Sugarmill, Guard and Grace) is moving his TAG Raw Bar concept from Larimer Square to Lowry, according to a story in Westword.

In its stead, Guard plans to “re-concept” the TAG Raw Bar space on Larimer Square to a less expensive yet-to-benamed restaurant. (The rap I’ve heard against Guard’s Raw Bar is that while the food is delish, the tab is tall.)

The old TAG Raw Bar will close on July 1 and reopen as its reinvented self on or

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Patting yourself on the back: The art of taking pride in yourself Most of us take pride in doing something well, in using our skills and abilities effectively, in handling a difficult situation with grace or tact, in accomplishing something challenging — or in doing the many tasks, chores or “have to’s” that define our lives, our careers, our homes and our families.

But that’s not what we tend to focus on.

We most frequently focus on problems, what we’re worried or anxious about, what needs to be fixed, what we need to do next, how we screwed something up or how we could have handled a situation better.

In other words, we see the mistakes and the problems. We don’t tend to spend much time paying attention to what we have done right, or how we have made ourselves proud. This tendency makes us focus on the negatives—and ignore or minimize the positives. And this makes the vast majority of us feel like we don’t measure up or that we’re not very good.

What if we reversed this tendency, and

decided to pay more attention to the positives — in essence deciding to look at how and when we feel proud of ourselves — for what we do, for what we say, for what we experience and for what we accomplish?

What if you were proud of yourself every single day for a multitude of things done right? What if you gave the positives as much (or more) attention than you did the negatives? You would feel more prideful, wouldn’t you?

Here’s how you could feel more pride in yourself: Make an extensive list of what you have accomplished, experienced or put effort

toward in the past year that you’re proud of. Then look at the past month. Then the past week. Now look at what you have accomplished or experienced in the past 24 hours that you are proud of, appreciative of or grateful for. How have you survived adversity, rejections, disappointments and difficult challenges? What inner strength do you have that permits you to overcome setbacks and to be able to bounce back?

Where did you get such inner strength and resilience? How are you skillful with people? With whom do you offer compassion and empathy? Whom do you encourage, support or cheer for? Which people consider you their allies or friends? What do your friends like about you? How did you acquire such social grace and people skills? What are your skills and strengths in a romantic relationship? In which situations do you exhibit romantic artistry?

What has your spouse or significant other complimented you on, and what does s/ he find appealing about you? What do you do that the rest of us would consider

courageous, gutsy or heroic? How are you taking care of yourself? Are you fitting in time to exercise, go to doctor’s appointments or treat yourself to vacations? How do you nurture or pamper yourself? How do you nurture and pamper others? What are your strengths at work? Where do you shine with competence or skill? What do you do that’s playful or fun?

Every night, when your head hits the pillow but before you fall asleep, recount everything that happened to you that day that you’re proud of, appreciative of or grateful for. You’ll find that there are multiple things you’re proud of yourself for — that you just weren’t paying attention to.

Neil Rosenthal is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Westminster and Boulder. His column is in it’s 23rd year of publication, and is syndicated around the world. You can reach him at 303-758-8777, or email him through his website: www. heartrelationships.com. He is not able to respond individually to queries.

CELEBRATIONS Arvada Sarah Piersky, of Arvada, was named to the 2013 honor roll at the University of Kansas. She is the daughter of Karen and Ron Piersky, of Arvada.

Joshua Dale Peterson, of Arvada, was inducted into the Northeast Mississippi Community College Iota Zeta chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa honor society.

Golden Charles Wahlgren-Sauro, of Golden,

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around July 15. Lowry’s TAG Raw Bar is slated to open in September. Meanwhile, the prolific chef/restaurateur (emulating successful chef/restaurant owner Frank Bonanno?) is opening a second TAG Burger Bar in the former Subway Tavern space in the Sunnyside neighborhood in northwest Denver.

Brewery comes to Broomfield Broomfield has a “nose” for beer. A new brewery, 4 Noses Brewing, opened in Broomfield on May 8. Westword reported a New Yorker is fronting the new brewery located at 8855 West 116th Circle, just off Wadsworth Parkway.

Tommy Bibliowicz and his wife Megan will head the operation. They looked at locations in Denver and Boulder before settling in Broomfield because of the scarcity of beer-makers.

“Every time we found a possible place,

has won second place in the Entrepreneurs category of Champlain College’s seventh annual Elevator Pitch competition.

Blaire Alyse Mikesell, of Golden, was named to the fall 2013 president’s list at Miami University.

Lakewood Kenna Davis, of Lakewood, was named to the 2013 honor roll at the University of Kansas. She is the daughter of

Sandra and Gregg Davis, of Lakewood.

Carly Hyde, of Denver, was named to the 2013 dean’s list at Bucknell University.

Hyde is the daughter of D and Karen Hyde and a 2013 graduate of Lakewood High School.

Isaac Harden, of Lakewood, is one of more than 120 Cornell College students taking part in the college’s annual Alternative Spring Break.

This is the 10th year the college has sponsored a service trip that takes place during its 10-day Spring Break. Harden is taking part in the trip to New Jersey.

Wheat Ridge Brendon Foster, of Wheat Ridge, was named to the 2013 honor roll at the University of Kansas.

He is the son of Tonya Foster, of Wheat Ridge.

there were two other breweries within a four-block radius, and we wanted to stand out a little bit,” Bibliowicz told Westword.

“Broomfield struck us as a city that we could be a part of and not get overshadowed by other breweries.”

4 Noses will house a 20-barrel brewhouse along with a two-barrel pilot system. The brewery will start with at least five beers on tap and will add beers as the month progresses.

Seventy-five to 100 people can fit in the taproom and a patio that can seat 50-plus is expected to be added in June.

Westminster finds developer An old haunt for Mr. On The Town, the former Westminster Mall, is getting a revamp.

Former Rocky Mountain News business reporter John Rebchook reports the mall has a developer, San Diego-based OliverMcMillan.

In Rebchook’s story for Insiderealestatenews.com, the city of Westminster and the Westminster Economic Development Authority announced on May 7 an exclusive agreement for the redevelopment of the 105-acre site of the former Westminster Mall at U.S. 36 and Sheridan Boulevard.

The Westminster Mall opened in 1977, but by 2009 it was half empty. In 2011, it was purchased by the city.

The plan calls for a high-density, urban development with residential, commercial, retail and other uses. City council approval of the official development plan is expected this fall.

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Jeffco doubles up on state doubles Cherry Creek wins 5A title, Cheyenne Mountain wins 4A

By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@colorado ]communitymedia.com DENVER - 5A Jeffco’s Ralston Valley finished as the sixth best team in the state, finishing the state tournament with 15 team points.

Credit the Mustangs’ No. 4 double pair of junior’s Adrien Horowitz and Hayley Weidmann who defeated Arapahoe’s Natalie Betts and Bria Busta 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 for a third place finish.

Cherry Creek won the 5A team title finishing with 83 points and Fossil Ridge finished second with 51 team points. Arapahoe finished third with 47 team points.

In 4A Jeffco D’Evelyn finished tied as the state’s eighth best team with seven teams points.

And 4A Jeffco’s best finish also came out of another No. 4 doubles team as the Jaguars’ team of senior Julia Oblack and freshman Maggie Hime beat Valor Christian’s Emilie Benedict Jackie Pettet 7-6, 6-4 to claim third place.

Cheyenne Mountain won the 4A state team title with 80 points, finishing in front of second place St. Mary’s Academy with 53 points, just three points ahead of third place Kent Denver.

Individual 4A results: No. 1 singles: Championship: Kalyssa Hall, So., Cheyenne Mtn. def. Alex Weil, Jr., St. Mary’s Academy (6-3, 7-6) 3rd place: Alex Middleton, Valor Christian, Sr. def. Sarah Schoenbeck, Pueblo West, Fr. (62, 6-0) No. 2 singles: Championship: Delaney Nalen, Sr., Kent Denver def. Daniella Adamczyk, So., Cheyenne Mtn. (6-3, 6-3) 3rd place: Suzy Xiao, St. Mary’s Academy, Sr. def. Megan Londa,

Lakewood junior McKenna Thomas gets pushed way back behind the baseline but still manages to return a quality shot during the 5A state tournament Thursday at Gates Tennis Center. Photo by Daniel Williams Niwot, Sr. (6-2, 6-0) No. 3 singles: Championship: Caitie McCarthy, So., Pueblo West def.

Maeve Kearney, Fr., Kent Denver (7-6, 6-3) 3rd place: Jessica Metz, Cheyenne Mountain, So. def. Jami Albert, Niwot, Jr. (6-0, 6-0) No. 1 doubles: Championship: Casey Ahrendsen, Fr., Ally Arenson, Fr., Cheyenne Mtn. def. Lauren Richards, Sr., Maura Derr, Jr., Niwot (6-4, 6-3) 3rd place: Maddy Shelton, Sr., Cathryn Harper, Jr., Eaton def.

Elizabeth Smedley, Jr., Rachael Prokupek, Jr., Kent Denver (6-4,

5-7, 6-4) No. 2 doubles: Championship: Tory Louis, Jr., Claire Dibble, Fr., Cheyenne Mtn. def. Jisyasa Sharma, Sr., Rachel Haas, Sr., St. Mary’s (6-1, 3-6, 6-1) 3rd place: Haley Miller, Sr., Karen Sigg, Sr., Eaton def. Olivia Bansky, Sr., Sophia Hsaio, Sr., Kent Denver (6-3, 7-6) No. 3 doubles: Championship: Megan Dibble, Jr., Chelsey Geisz, So., Cheyenne Mtn. def. Tempel Haifleigh, Jr., Lily Rogers-Masamori, Jr., Kent Denver (6-4, 6-2) 3rd place: Nonie Viel, Sr., Emma Lerner, So., Niwot def.

Emily Harper, So., Courtney Leafpren, Fr., Eaton (6-2, 6-0) No. 4 doubles: Championship: Kate Melberg, Sr., Julia Chowdhury, Sr., St. Mary’s def. Frauke Aumann, Jr., Geya Kairamkonda, Jr., Niwot (16, 6-1, 7-5) 3rd place: Julia Oblack, Sr., Maggie Hime, Fr., D’Evelyn def.

Emilie Benedict, Sr., Jackie Pettet, Jr., Valor Christian (7-6, 6-4) Individual 5A results: No. 1 singles: Championship: Tate Schroeder, So., Arapahoe def. Rebecca Weissmann, So., Loveland (6-4, 6-3) 3rd place: Gloria Son, Cherry

Creek, So. def. Bria Smith, Denver East, Sr. (6-3, 1-6, 6-2) No. 2 singles: Championship: Natalia Dellavalle, Sr., Denver East def. Natalie Munson, So., Fairview (6-0, 6-0) 3rd place: Kaitlyn Motley, Fossil Ridge, Sr., def. Julia Mannino, Cherry Creek, Jr. (6-4, 6-4) No. 3 singles: Championship: Madeline Roberts, Jr., Cherry Creek def.

Emma Jo Wiley, Jr., Fossil Ridge (6-2, 6-0) 3rd: Claire Cox, Ponderosa, Fr. def. Kaye Johnson, Denver East, Sr. (4-6, 6-0, 6-3) No. 1 doubles: Championship: Rachael Scheber, Sr., Mia Hoover, Sr., Cherry Creek def. Shelby Mavis, Sr., Andrea Motley, Sr., Fossil Ridge (6-2, 6-3) 3rd place: Brooke Jacks, Sr., Nicole Eiten, Sr., Highlands Ranch def. Abigail Kruz, sr., Natalie Sloboth, Fr., Arapahoe (6-3, 6-2) No. 2 doubles: Championship: Hanna Fernley, So., Jessie Murphy, Jr., Cherry Creek def. Sam Penhale, Jr., Nicole Newell, Sr., Fossil Ridge (6-2, 7-5) 3rd place: Caroline Berzins, Jr., Laura Wells, Jr. Denver East def. Allison Snyder, So., Sarah Shortall, So. (6-3, 6-4) No. 3 doubles: Championship: Laura Wilms, Sr., Bridget O’Brien, Sr., Arapahoe def. Sarah Grace Walker, Jr., Phoebe Mackenzie, So., Cherry Creek (6-2, 6-7, 7-6) 3rd place: Taylor Toepke, Sr., Tara Teslow, Jr. Fossil Ridge def.

Risa Eck, Jr., Lucy Sherman, Fr., Ralston Valley (6-2, 6-7, 6-2) No. 4 doubles: Championship: Kara Lee, Sr., Jessica Diamond, Jr., Cherry Creek def. Ellie Savage, Fr., Carolyn Roberts, So., Fairview (6-2, 6-7, 6-4) 3rd: Adrien Horowitz, Jr., Hayley Weidmann, Jr., Ralston Valley def. Natalie Betts, Jr., Bria Busta, Sr., Arapahoe (6-3, 4-6, 6-4)

D’Evelyn claims championship Both 4A and 5A Jeffco stronger than they have been in years

By Daniel Williams dwilliams@coloradocommunitymedia. com ARVADA - Jeffco’s D’Evelyn (4A) dramatically won the 2014 Jeffco League Championship meet beating Lakewood (5A) by a single point Saturday at Meyers Pool.

The Jaguars beat the Tigers 635 to 634, followed by third-place Chatfield (523 team points), fourth-place Pomona (410 points), fifth-place Ralston Valley (408 points) and sixth-place Wheat Ridge (323 points).

D’Evelyn was league champs in three events, which included Jake Sbarbaro winning the 100 fly in 52.01 and Daniel Graber winning the 100 breast in 58.05.

In addition, the Jaguars won the 200 medley relay in 1:38.19.

Chatfield won a pair of events which included Santana Garcia winning the 50 free

in 21.98. They also won the 200 free relay in 1:29.07.

But perhaps the best overall individual performance came from Lakewood’s Aaron Sett who won both the 200 free in 1:44.00 and 500 free in 4:39.77 — a new league record.

Pomona also won a couple events, including Keegan Foulke winning the 200 individual medley in 1:53.12. The school also won the 400 free relay in 3:16.26.

Ralston Valley’s Addison Coen was league champion in the 100 back, winning the event in 54.61.

Arvada West’s Ryder Pittz won the 100 free in 48.92, and Standley Lake again had the league’s best diver as Trent Kindvall won the one-meter 379.65.

Wheat Ridge’s Andy Franks took third in the one-meter with a score of 367.45, narrowly edging out Lakewood’s Colin Shira with his total of 366.65.

Bear Creek’s Spencer Shaffer took second in the 100 free with his time of 49.02, finishing just in front of the Jaguars’ Alexander Moreland (49.19).

Pomona’s Sean Connolly finished just behind Sbarbaro and Garcia in the 100 fly at 53.40, finishing just moments in front of Green Mountain’s Ethan Schick’s time of

Jeffco swimmers line up and prepare to launch themselves into the water during the 200 free relay Saturday at the 2014 Jeffco League Championship meet at Meyers Pool. Photo by Daniel Williams 54.11.

Standley Lake’s Jonah Staton finished as runner up in the 200 free with a time of 1:47.44 and the 500 free with a time of 4:50.53.

The 5A Jeffco qualifiers for state will participate Friday at Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center.

The 4A state qualifiers will compete Friday at Edora Pool Ice Center.

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Jeffco three still in 4A baseball But 5A Arvada West and Columbine not as lucky

By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@coloradocommunitymedia.com ARVADA - While a couple Jeffco powers fell and will not participate in the Colorado state baseball tournament, other Jeffco teams proved their worth and will have an opportunity to make a run at a state championship.

4A Jeffco’s Wheat Ridge, Green Mountain and Evergreen won their districts and qualified for the eight team state tournament field.

Teams in 5A Jeffco weren’t as lucky as only Chatfield qualified for the 5A state tournament bracket.

That’s because Arvada West and Columbine were both upset-victims, falling to low-seeded underdogs.

The No. 6 seeded Wildcats, who went on a historic run through their league to win a 5A Jeffco crown, was

completely shocked by No. 27 Horizon, falling 5-4 Saturday in their opening district game at Arvada West High School.

A-West was looked at as a team that had the goods to potentially win a state title, but perhaps its emotional and incredible run to end their regular season left them spent for the playoffs.

Columbine, a No. 4 seed who many picked to win a state title, was also victimized, with No. 13 Chaparral beating the home team 12-3 Saturday at Columbine High School.

Ralston Valley and Bear Creek were the last two district qualifiers who failed to qualify for the state tournament.

The No. 15 Mustangs were beat by No. 18 Castle View 8-2 Saturday at Regis Jesuit High School.

The No. 26 Bears were ousted by No. 7 Rocky Mountain 11-0 Saturday at Rocky Mountain High School.

D’Evelyn was the only 4A Jeffco district qualifier who failed to qualify

for the state tournament, after falling to No. 14 Skyline Saturday at Valor Christian High School.

However, the attention now turns to the Jeffco teams who did qualify for state.

No. 5 Green Mountain surprisingly is seeded higher than No. 6 Wheat Ridge after their impressive districts performance.

The Rams beat No. 21 Elizabeth and No. 5 Pueblo East to advance, while the Farmers beat No. 27 Denver South and No. 22 Pueblo South.

Green Mountain will now face No. 4 Niwot Friday at 12:30 p.m. at All Star Park.

Wheat Ridge will face No. 3 Valor Christian Friday at 10 a.m. at Cherokee Trail High School.

No. 8 Evergreen will face No. 1 Palmer Ridge Friday at 10 a.m. at All Star Park.

Jeffco’s last shot at a 5A state title, Chatfield, is the 5A brackets top seed.

They will play No. 8 Cherry Creek Friday at 10 p.m. at All-City Field.

Wheat Ridge rolls but big test awaits Farmer trying to stay sharp en route to another state title

By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@coloradocommunitymedia.com LAKEWOOD - Winning another 4A state lacrosse championship might just be a formality for Wheat Ridge but it still has two opponents to beat to hoist another trophy.

The top-seeded Farmers rolled through two playoff opponents last, week opening the state tournament with a 19-1 victory over Denver South Wednesday at Trailblazer Stadium.

Wheat Ridge had five multi-goal scorers and overwhelmed South with its championship offense.

The Farmers scored seven second quarter goals fueled by junior Dima Makarov who scored five goals and assisted on another.

Wheat Ridge senior John

Roach also was an offensive monster scoring three goals and adding two assists.

And three different Farmers’ goaltenders combined to stop four of five shots on goal.

Forty-eight hours later Wheat Ridge defeated Cheyenne Mountain 10-5 Friday at Trailblazer Stadium.

The Farmers were pushed by the Indians in the first half and led only 5-3 at halftime.

However, Wheat Ridge scored four goals in the third quarter and created a cushion which Cheyenne Mountain could not overcome.

The Farmers will now face No. 5 Aspen in the semifinals Wednesday, with No. 2 Ponderosa and No. 6 Steamboat Springs playing each other in the other semifinal.

But before Wheat Ridge can think about participating in another state title game it must first get past Aspen, who could very well be the field’s best chance at bringing down the Farmers.

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Wheat Ridge senior Scott Moore delivers an outlet pass that would eventually lead to a goal during the Farmers’ 19-1 playoff victory over Denver South Wednesday at Trailblazer Stadium. Photo by Daniel Williams The Skiers (15-2, 8-1 in league) actually have one more win than Wheat Ridge this season and is a offensive juggernaut scoring 247 goals this season — 18 more goals than the Farmers and the most in the entire state.

Aspen also has a stout defense and comes into the

game riding a five-game winning streak, scoring at least 16 goals in four of the five.

Despite one more game to play if Wheat Ridge beats Aspen, this game could prove to be the best two teams in the state, playing one round early.

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THURSDAY/MAY 15 PUTIN’S RUSSIA Having influenced the country far beyond the term of his first official presidency and now having returned to the role and consolidated his power, Vladimir Putin’s leadership of Russia suggests a return to an authoritarianism that, for some, feels similar to the days of Soviet control and the Czars of old. Active Minds will examine the story of Russia under the influence of Vladimir Putin from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at Atria Inn at Lakewood, 555 S. Pierce St., Lakewood. Call 303-742-4800 to RSVP. FRIDAY/MAY 16 FORE KIDS West Woods Elementary plans its fifth annual “Fore the Kids” golf tournament Friday, May 16, at West Woods Golf Club, 6655 Quaker St., Arvada. Money raised will go toward new computers for the school. The 18-hold scramble tournament begins with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. All ability levels are welcome; adults only. Sponsorships available. Register at www. westwoodselementaryptsa.com/golf-tournament. Fee includes golf, cart, lunch, T-shirt and goodie bag.

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/MAY 16-17 YARD SALE The Arvada Historical Society will have its ninth annual yard sale 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 16-17, at the Arvada Flour Mill, 5590 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. The sale features household items, collectibles, decorative items, sports equipment, jewelry, and vintage items. Donations of the above items are welcomed also. Call Catherine at 303-277-

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Proceeds benefit Arvada Historical Society projects to preserve Arvada’s rich history. Visit www.historicalarvada.org.

SATURDAY/MAY 17 FASHION SHOW Vintage Fashion Show and Tea, 1

p.m. Saturday, May 17, at Christ Congregational Church, 2500 S. Sheridan Blvd., Denver. Historical fashion show will feature clothing from the 1920s through the 1970s, followed by a sit down tea and silent auction of vintage clothing and other fun goodies. All proceeds go to support the programs and missions of Christ Congregational Church. Tickets can be purchased at Eventbrite.com.

SATURDAY/MAY 17 PET FAIR Lakewood presents its sixth annual Taggin’ Waggin’ Pet Fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at O’LKane Park, Lakewood. Fair features a vaccination clinic and dog licenses. In addition, many vendors will educate, provide samples and more. Contests and games planned with the O’Kane Park Homeowners Association. A demonstration by the Lakewood Police K9 Unit is planned. Event is free.

SATURDAY/MAY 17 OPEN HOUSE Colorado Actors Company and Theater School presents a grand opening open house in its new theater, from 2:30-6 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at 11455 W. 1-70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. There will

be food, entertainment, pries and more. Check out the new theater and see the grand opening production of “Quilters” at 7 p.m. Open house attendees will receive a $1 discount on admission to performance. Go to www.

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SATURDAY/MAY 17 ART WORKSHOP Kids ages 7-13 are invited for hands-on creative art workshops from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 17. An art exhibit and celebration is 5-7 p.m. Saturday, May 17. Kids will explore a variety of media: drawing, cross-stitch, painting, batik, knitting, photography, crochet and mosaics. Cost includes all art supplies and materials, plus the reception. Workshops and art exhibit will be at St. John Chrysostom Episcopal Church, 13151 W. 28th Ave., Golden. Complete details, instructor information and more is online at www. stjohngolden.org. Sign-up deadline is May 1.

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North of Golden 3 mi. Hwy 93 at W. 58th Ave. Sponsored by KW REALTOR Lisa Mutschler

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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS RUMMAGE SALE is back for the 12th year. May 15th, 16th & 17th 7am-6pm on Thursday & Friday and 7am-12noon on Saturday. This is a huge sale with large value items. Come see what we have.

Location of sale St. Mark's Parish Center. 3141 W. 96th Ave. Westminster. just off Federal Blvd. parish center behind church on the north side. All profits are donated to charity.

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6702 Moore Street Fri. & Sat. May 16th & 17th 9am-4pm Kitchen & Household Goods, Wall Hangings etc. Women's clothing including Leather Jackets M & Lg., Shoes 10 S women's, Women's Winter Coats, Men's Suits 38- 40 and more

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12080 West 67th Avenue Saturday May 17th 8am-5pm Sunday May 18th 8am-3pm Furniture including - China Cabinet, Book Case, 1940's Waterfall Bedroom Set, All Kitchenware, Dishes, Small Appliances, Servel Refrigerator, Costume jewelry, tools, Christmas Decorations, Nick Nacks - ALL MUST GO!

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Highlands Ranch The Kid's don't want it Cleaning out combining households sale. Vintage School Bed, Computer Desk, Oak Table and Chairs, Kitchen Items, Books, Baskets and much more!

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Parker Estate Sale Parker CO Friday/Saturday 9am-4pm 12306 Boothill Drive (1 mile West of Buckboard & Delbert Road) House and Garage Full, 100's of Misc. Items, China, Linens, Vintage Cameras, Taxidermy Wild Boar & Deer head, Stetson Hats, books, lots of Christmas, some jewelery, sleds, misc. Furniture and More!

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Lakewood Estate Sale at 1221 South Brentwood 80227 May 16th, 17th & 18th. Hours Fri & Sat 9-4, Sun 10-2. Full house, garage & Basement. 3 bedrooms of vintage furniture, Auto & Woodworking tools, Full office, some appliances.

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Community Subdivision Fri, May 16th & Sat, May 17th 8am-3pm Numerous homeowners in the Pradera community will be participating in this eventMajor cross streets into Pradera are Bayou Gulch and Parker Road., Parker Call Dotson Skaggs, Kentwood Company, 303-909-9350 for more information.

Highlands Ranch WE'RE MOVING & DOWNSIZING! Moving/Garage Sale at 10128 Briargrove Way

By Summit View Elementary Fri. 5/16 & Sat. 5/17 8am-1pm Pottery Barn Restoration Hardware, Ethan Allen, Crate & Barrel, Elsa, Ballard Designs and More!

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Sunday/May 18

MuSic perforManceS WestSide Chorale presents “Sentimental Journey: A Tribute in Song to the Greatest Generation” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 17, Armed Forces Day, at Peace Lutheran Church, Arvada. The 1940s music will be performed as a radio broadcast with actor John Nance as “radio announcer.” Rare collection of photos of WWII bomber nose art will be shown. Tickets sold at the door.

Spring concert The Golden Concert Choir will perform its spring concert “Grant Us Peace” at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at Golden High School, 701 24th St., Golden. Concert will be preceded by a silent auction. Tickets may be purchased at the door.

Sunday/May 18

fitneSS challenge All ages and fitness levels are invited to the fourth annual Red Rocks Fitness Challenge, which starts Saturday, May 17, and runs 7-8 a.m. Saturdays through July 12. The first session is free. Register at www.RedRocksFitnessChallenge.com.

Quilt diScuSSion Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum presents “Why Quilts Matter,” a discussion with Shelly Zegart, host and executive producer of “Why Quilts Matter: History, Art & Politics,” 2-4 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at the American Mountaineering Center Foss Auditorium, 710 Tenth St., Golden. Presented by the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum. Contact 303-277-0377 for reservations, or go to www.rmqm.org.

Saturday/May 17

Sunday/May 18 to June 22

1950S lecture Hear fun facts about the 1950s home

flood hiStory The Lyons Historical Society is looking for written stories, photographs, videos, texts, emails, artifacts and more that relates to the 2013 flood in Lyons for the Lyons Redstone Museum Flood Collection. Go to lyonsfloodhistory. org and fill out a submission form. The society hosts flood gathering events 2-4 p.m. Sundays from May 18 to June 22 at the Walt Self Center, 335 Railroad Ave., Lyons.

Saturday/May 17

and food costs, candies and songs when Colorado presenter Kelly Harper takes you back in time with a discussion of the 1950s using model trains, planes and automobiles. Program is at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at the Forney Museum of Transportation, 4303 Brighton Blvd., Denver. After the talk come and reminisce in the museum, while viewing our special Volkswagen display. Visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/634082966665487/ or https://www.facebook.com/ kellysmemorytrains. Go to www.forneymuseum.org

Saturday and Sunday/May 17-18 indian Market The Tesoro Cultural Center presents the 14th annual Indian Market & Powwow 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, May 17, and Sunday, May 18, at The Fort, 19192 Highway 8, Morrison. The event features native Southwestern

Sunday/May 18, aug. 3, oct. 26 all-breed Show ARS (A Rising Star) Open All Breed Shows at A Rising Star Equestrian Center, 9470 Indiana Street, Arvada. Shows are May 18, Aug. 3 and Oct. 26 in the indoor and outdoor arenas with room for warm up. Registration at 7:30 a.m. Classes at 9 a.m. Information and entry forms at 303-431-4675, www.ARisingStarEqCenter.com/horse-shows, and rjbeyer08@aol.com.

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May 15, 2014

Services Plumbing

Sprinklers

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GREENE'S REMODELING

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Serving Jeffco since 1970 (303)237-3231

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That amazing brain of yours deserves the highest-level of care.

St. Anthony Hospital is proud to offer the highest qualified team of experts to treat strokes. We are an award-winning Comprehensive Stroke Center with specialists available 24/7 to provide unparalleled care and the latest treatments and expertise to minimize brain damage and handle even the most complex stroke cases.

Know the signs of stroke so you can act F.A.S.T. FACE: Ask the person to smile.

Does one side of the face droop?

ARMS: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? Is one arm weak or numb?

SPEECH: Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Is speech slurred?

Is the sentence repeated correctly?

TIME: If the person shows any of these signs, call 911 immediately!

Always call 9-1-1 at the first sign of a stroke.

Find out if you are at risk for a stroke at stanthonyhosp.org/stroke We are part of Centura Health, the region’s leading health care network.

Centura Health complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and no person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in the provision of any care or service on the grounds of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual preference, ancestry, age, familial status, disability or handicap. Copyright © Centura Health 2014

Take steps toward great health.

Join us for STEPPING ON. A free community program to help older adults reduce fall risks and maintain independence.

Experiencing a fall can result in injuries and can shake your overall confidence about getting around. That’s why we offer this FREE program to learn more about how to reduce fall risks and live life to the fullest. Come for yourself, or bring a loved one.

St. Anthony Hospital’s Injury Prevention program will host these FREE seven-week sessions: July 3 - August 14, 2014 October 9 - November 20, 2014

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Classes will be held each Thursday. Register now, space is limited.

Location:

St. Anthony Education Center, EMS Pre-Hospital Classroom 34 Van Gordon St., Suite 200, Lakewood, CO 80228

We are conveniently located across Union Blvd. from St. Anthony Hospital, with free parking.

For more information or to register for a Stepping On class, contact Vicky Cassabaum, RN at 720-321-8973 or vickycassabaum@centura.org. You

may also register online at stanthonyhosp.org/steppingon

stanthonyhosp.org Centura Health complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and no person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in the provision of any care or service on the grounds of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual preference, ancestry, age, familial status, disability or handicap. Copyright © Centura Health 2014